Michelle said: 'Wow - I feel as if I could just jump through the tunnel straight to that beautiful beach! I love Barbados, it’s amazing to be able to enjoy a slice of the island’s charm right on my doorstep!

'I’ve visited Barbados before and look forward to returning again one day.'

In between takes, the star slipped into a white dressing gown to keep warm, while several assistants held umbrellas over her in order to protect her from the shade.

What a stunner: The actress looked lovely in a red short jumpsuit

Keegan has been busy since quitting the ITV soap and is launching her own clothing range in collaboration with Lipsy.

Meanwhile, in celebration of Michelle's time on Coronation Street, the show's bosses have released her audition tape for the show, which was filmed six years ago.

She performed alongside the street's
cheeky chappy, Jack P Shepherd, who plays David Platt, but says she
wasn't fazed at the time.

Shady lady: The pretty brunette stood underneath an umbrella as she protected herself from the sun

Doing her thing: She posed for a photo with a member of the Virgin team

'I wasn’t nervous as it was my first ever audition,' she said. Adding: 'I’ve seen it back and it’s very cringe.'

The star is also busy planning her wedding to former TOWIE star Mark Wright, who told The Mirror they have had to postpone the big day.

He said: 'Michelle and I were thinking about getting married this summer but we’re going to do it next year now... we don’t want to rush planning it as we both want it to be totally right.'

Yum yum: The star carried a tropical looking cocktail with her while keeping warm in a snug dressing gown